Kate Thornton ‘Literally Swallows Tears’ Reflecting on Raising Son and Embracing Change Tuesday, February 10, 2026 parenting singleparent careerchange emotions family radio podcast katethornton helenskelton childhood Kate Thornton has opened up about the emotional impact of raising her son Ben, now 17, as a single parent. The former BBC Radio 2 presenter, 52, spoke with heartfelt honesty about the bittersweet transition as her son gains … Read More
Winterwatch Star Chris Packham Opens Up About Childhood Struggles and Parental Pressure Tuesday, January 20, 2026 chrispackham winterwatch childhood family parentalpressure workethic nature bbc wildlife jennypackham Chris Packham, the beloved Winterwatch presenter, has shared a heartfelt glimpse into his early family life. At 64, Chris revealed how both he and his sister, renowned fashion designer Jenny Packham, grappled with intense … Read More
BBC The Repair Shop Fans Moved to Tears by Touching Teddy Bear Restoration Friday, January 16, 2026 repair teddy restoration emotional premature childhood bbc therepairshop wappy sentimental Viewers were deeply moved after a man’s cherished childhood teddy bear was lovingly restored on The Repair Shop On The Road. In the latest episode of the BBC spin-off, which travels around the UK, Robert shared the story of … Read More
Boy, Five, Faces Stage 4 Liver Cancer Diagnosis Just Before Christmas Monday, January 12, 2026 cancer hepatoblastoma chemotherapy livertransplant childhood rarecancer health pediatrics awareness family A mother’s world was shattered just before Christmas when her vibrant five-year-old son, Theo, was diagnosed with stage 4 liver cancer. Kimberley Isaacs, 29, describes the heartache of seeing her once energetic boy, who loved … Read More
Scientists Identify Crucial Early Factors Influencing Childhood Obesity Wednesday, October 22, 2025 obesity parenting childhood pregnancy health prevention lifestyle nutrition research behaviour New research has highlighted a critical period well before a child is born when parental behaviours can significantly impact the likelihood of childhood obesity. Scientists have found that lifestyle choices, nutritional … Read More
Prince William Vows to Avoid His Parents' Parenting Mistakes Friday, October 3, 2025 princewilliam parenting royalfamily children discipline familylife childhood parentingstyles royals princecharles Prince William has opened up about his approach to raising his children, emphasizing that he is determined not to repeat the mistakes made by his parents, Prince Charles and Princess Diana. Speaking candidly, the Prince of … Read More